The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) is urging motorists to check their tires before getting in their cars and driving to their Labor Day holiday destinations.
According to a public opinion study conducted by the RMA, only one in three drivers checks tire pressure before heading out on a long road trip with a fully loaded vehicle.
The RMA is recommending drivers:
* Check tire pressure once a month, and before every long trip.
* Don't overload the vehicle (check the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations for load requirements on the placard on the vehicle's doorpost or in the owner's manual).
* Check the condition of the tires' tread and sidewalls.
For additional information on tire safety, the RMA suggests visiting Web site www.rma.org.
